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Artist of the Month

A drawing is held to select an Artist of the Month to display a selection of their works in a space reserved for Ocala Art Group at Chelsea Art Center. A brief Bio and a Photo of the artist are included with the display. MAY-JUNE-2026-LEONA ASTA APRIL-2026- CARLENE CROWLEY FEBRUARY-MARCH 2026 – MICHELLE CURRY DECEMBER-JANUARY… Continue reading Artist of the Month

Fontaine Rodgers

Sumi-e Demonstration May 11, 2026 Fontaine Rodgers is an outstanding presenter who kept everyone in rapt attention with deep information, anecdotes, and impressive brushwork that left members wanting MORE! Fontaine has scheduled an exciting follow-up workshop where you will learn the Wild Orchid and Lilies.

South State Bank Exhibit-2026

Attendees and OAG members agreed that the SouthState Bank Show was one of the most gratifying exhibitions we had. Patrons not only studied our artworks but some posed questions to the artists. We greatly appreciate all the efforts that the planning and preparations team made behind the scenes, and especially Monica Coburn for her technical… Continue reading South State Bank Exhibit-2026

Susan Laninga

Zentangle, April 13, 2026 During the April Meeting, Ocala Art Group members and guests were treated to a Zen-spiring hands-on session of Zentangle or Tangled patterns, and they were in the ZONE!!!! totally immersed in their fascinating repeated designs. What a terrific way to unwind at the end of the day, or to experience creative… Continue reading Susan Laninga

2026 Annual Members’ Exhibit

More than 50 people, the artists, their friends, and art patrons enjoyed an afternoon of friendship and art, celebrating the Opening Reception of the Annual Members’ Exhibit, “Magic Moments”. Linda DeLuca entertained us with beautiful piano arrangements. Jose Rodriguez judged the show and congratulated artists on the fine artwork submitted. Thank you to exhibit chairpersons… Continue reading 2026 Annual Members’ Exhibit

Bridget Hanley

“Framing for Success” February 9, 2026 Bridget Hanley learned her passion for picture framing from her mentor Andrew Zupko, a former Navy surgeon who taught himself the trade to offset the cost of framing his daughter’s professional artworks. In 1993, his granddaughter came to Bridget to learn to ride horses. Bridget coached and trained show… Continue reading Bridget Hanley

Thom Thomas

January 12, 2026 Thom Thomas presented an excellent “crash course” in Color Theory to an appreciative and attentive audience during the January Members’ Meeting. Lots of questions were expertly answered and members left inspired and ready to apply their color knowledge to fresh art in 2026. Thank you, John D. Elliott. photographer.

Patt Gilmore

November 10th Members’ Meeting Photos Contributed by John D. Elliott The Gallery includes the Executive Board Meeting, Members’ Meeting, Demonstration by Patt Gilmore, and Art from past Book Club meetings to celebrate the 3rd anniversary of the OAG Art Book Club.